Fleet Manager

Hoedspruit, South Africa | Posted on 06/01/2026

One of South Africa’s premier safari destinations is seeking an experienced Fleet Manager to oversee the operational readiness of our mixed fleet of 19 vehicles. This includes Land Rover Defenders (including Puma’s 1997–2016), Ford Rangers, Nissan NP300s, Mahindra Scorpio, and a New Holland tractor. The role is hands‑on, requiring strong technical expertise, organisational discipline, and a passion for maintaining reliability.

The Fleet Manager will be responsible for the mechanical upkeep, service scheduling, and operational performance of all vehicles and plant equipment across all company properties.

• Maintain a live service schedule for all vehicles, tracking mileage, service intervals, and next service dates.
• Conduct and oversee routine services, preventative maintenance, and mechanical repairs.
• Diagnose and repair diesel engines (Land Rover Defender 2.2/2.4 Puma’s and TDI’s, Ford Ranger 2.2, Nissan NP300).
• Manage tyre stock, battery replacements, brake servicing, and drivetrain maintenance.
• Maintain accurate logbooks and condition reports for each vehicle.
• Oversee parts procurement, supplier relationships, and workshop inventory.
• Coordinate with external specialists and service centres in Hoedspruit when required.
• Ensure all vehicles are roadworthy and compliant with relevant regulations.
• Produce monthly fleet reports and manage the maintenance budget.
• Supervise and develop maintenance staff or assistants where applicable.
• Liaise with camp managers to prioritise and schedule fleet work.
• Provide updates in weekly operational meetings.

• Minimum 5 years hands‑on mechanical experience, preferably in a game lodge, farm, or remote operations environment.
• Demonstrable expertise with Land Rover Defender diesel variants.
• Strong fault diagnosis skills and ability to work independently.
• Valid Code 10 (EC) driver’s licence.
• Willingness to live on the reserve and respond to after‑hours callouts.

• Experience with tractors and road maintenance equipment.
• Previous experience managing a multi‑vehicle fleet with formal reporting.
• Computer literacy (spreadsheets and basic reporting).
• Competitive, market‑related package commensurate with experience.
• Live‑in accommodation on the reserve.
• All meals provided.
• Use of reserve vehicles for work purposes.
• Annual leave as per BCEA.
• Opportunity to work in one of South Africa’s premier safari destinations.